July 1966, the 62GS joined the range of Grand Seiko's fine and over-engineered mechanical watches as their first automatic watch. The watch was launched in two variations: the first generation 6245-9001, with a 35 jewel automatic movement featuring a date complication; and the 39 jewel 6246-9001 whose movement sported both day and date complications.
This new watch was pitched at the high end of the three model range and certainly made a supremely confident and distinctive visual impact with its mirrored, multi-faceted case, Grand Seiko’s “Zaratsu” polishing and bezel-free case construction providing an unimpeded view of the beautiful dial and handset.
The current example is in mint condition with unpolished case as new, dial that is free of stains or oxidation and a black medallion which is intact.
